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The Vet Dental Show

The Vet Dental Show

De: Brett Beckman
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Where we dig deep into everything in general vet practice dentistry and have fun doing it. In the weekly Vet Dental Show be prepared for timely topics, off-topic rants, special interviews, and anything in between. Brett Beckman, board-certified veterinary dentist, and world-class instructor teaches general practice to help them be the best that they can be for their patients. Join him on a journey each and every Wednesday for 10 to 30 minutes of fun discussions and useful information to help unpack the myths, keep you up to date, and improve your knowledge and skills to make your patients and their parents love you even more.
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  • Episode 220 - How Radiographs Improve Dental Case Outcomes

    Episode 220 - How Radiographs Improve Dental Case Outcomes
    Apr 15 2026
    Want to sharpen your radiographic interpretation skills and improve case outcomes? Join Dr. Beckman for a FREE live CE training + Q&A session designed to elevate your dental diagnostics and confidence. 👉 Save your spot now: https://ivdi.org/rad --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Welcome Back to The Vet Dental Show! In this episode, Annie Mills, LVT, tackles real-world clinical questions straight from veterinary teams, diving into the nuances of dental scheduling, periodontal decision-making, and managing complications. From fistula repair considerations to interpreting radiographic findings in cats, this discussion brings clarity to situations that often create uncertainty in general practice. This Q&A-focused episode explores practical challenges veterinarians and technicians face daily in dentistry—from how to appropriately schedule dental procedures without relying on unreliable grading systems, to determining when advanced periodontal disease can be treated in-house versus referred. Annie emphasizes the critical role of radiographs in diagnosis, explains why bone loss—not pocket depth—drives extraction decisions, and walks through the technique and purpose of closed root planing. The conversation also highlights how to approach complications like post-extraction fistulas and how to maintain strong client communication when outcomes don't go as expected. Whether you're refining your workflow or expanding your clinical confidence, this episode delivers actionable guidance grounded in real cases. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What You'll Learn in This Episode 🎯 Why dental "grading" before radiographs leads to inaccurate scheduling 🎯 How to categorize patients for smarter, more predictable dental workflows 🎯 When fistula repair should be handled as a client relations issue 🎯 The clinical factors that determine whether advanced periodontal cases require referral 🎯 How to interpret vestibular bone expansion in feline patients 🎯 The difference between early vs. advanced bone loss on radiographs 🎯 Proper timing and technique for administering dental nerve blocks 🎯 Step-by-step purpose and execution of closed root planing 🎯 Why periodontal pocket depth alone does NOT determine extraction decisions Key Veterinary Dentistry Takeaways 🔑 Radiographs are non-negotiable—they are the only reliable way to assess disease severity 🔑 Scheduling should be strategic, not based on assumed "grades" 🔑 Bone loss dictates treatment, not soft tissue pocketing 🔑 Closed root planing is a critical tool for managing early periodontal disease 🔑 Client communication matters, especially when complications arise 🔑 Referral is not failure—it's appropriate patient care when cases exceed skill level 🔑 Efficiency comes from team training, especially technician-driven workflow improvements Questions This Episode Answers ❓ How should I price and manage post-extraction fistulas? ❓ Why is pre-dental grading unreliable in general practice? ❓ How can I schedule dental procedures more effectively? ❓ Should all advanced periodontal cases be referred? ❓ Does bone expansion in cats always require extraction? ❓ When is root planing appropriate, and how is it performed safely? ❓ What truly determines whether a tooth should be extracted? --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ready to take your dental skills to the next level? 👉 Join the upcoming FREE radiographic interpretation training: https://ivdi.org/rad 🦷 Live & Online Veterinary Dental Courses https://veterinarydentistry.net/ 🛠️ Dr. Brett's Trusted Equipment & Instruments https://drbrettspets.com/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If this episode helped clarify your dental workflow or clinical decisions: 👍 Like the video 💬 Drop your questions in the comments 🔔 Subscribe for weekly veterinary dentistry insights --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- veterinary dental scheduling tips, periodontal disease in dogs and cats, veterinary dental radiograph interpretation, root planing veterinary dentistry, when to extract teeth in dogs, feline dental bone expansion treatment, veterinary dental workflow efficiency, managing dental fistulas in dogs, veterinary dentistry CE training, improving dental case outcomes veterinary, brett beckman, ivdi
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  • Episode 219 - Hidden Errors in Everyday Vet Dentistry Practice

    Episode 219 - Hidden Errors in Everyday Vet Dentistry Practice
    Apr 8 2026

    Before diving in, don't miss your opportunity to advance your dentistry skills with our FREE RACE-approved CE course. Strengthen your clinical confidence and elevate your patient care starting today:
    👉 https://ivdi.org/free

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    Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM

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    Welcome Back to the Vet Dental Show!

    This episode takes a practical turn as Dr. Beckman addresses real-world questions submitted during recent trainings. From surgical decision-making to anesthesia protocols and home care recommendations, this session delivers concise, experience-driven answers that general practitioners can immediately apply in practice.

    In this Q&A-focused episode, Dr. Beckman tackles common—but often misunderstood—topics in veterinary dentistry. He clarifies best practices for surgical extractions, including flap management and gingival closure, and provides guidance on when referral is appropriate. The discussion also explores effective pain management strategies such as long-acting local anesthetics, as well as proper nerve block techniques in both dogs and cats.

    Additionally, the episode highlights practical tools—from improvised mouth gags to suture selection—and offers realistic, evidence-based recommendations for at-home dental care compliance.

    Whether you're refining your surgical technique or improving client communication, this episode delivers actionable insights grounded in clinical experience.

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    📚 What You'll Learn in This Episode
    ✅ Why gingival debridement and tension-free closure are essential after extractions
    ✅ When surgical cases require referral due to insufficient attached gingiva
    ✅ How to perform and apply periodontal flaps, including periosteal releasing incisions
    ✅ Practical alternatives to commercial mouth gags using modified endotracheal tubes
    ✅ Clinical benefits and client communication advantages of long-acting anesthetics like Nocita
    ✅ Accurate application of infraorbital nerve blocks in cats and small dogs
    ✅ Appropriate suture needle selection for different species and procedures
    ✅ Evidence-based home care strategies that improve client compliance
    ✅ How oral products like TDC and dental chews impact plaque adherence and inflammation

    🔑 Key Veterinary Dentistry Takeaways
    ✅ Closure matters: Proper flap design and tension-free suturing are critical for healing after extractions
    ✅ Know your limits: Cases with inadequate gingival tissue should be referred if advanced techniques aren't familiar
    ✅ Pain control is evolving: Long-acting local anesthetics significantly improve post-op comfort and client satisfaction
    ✅ Technique precision is key: Infraorbital blocks in cats provide broader anesthesia due to anatomical differences
    ✅ Keep it simple for clients: Compliance improves when home care recommendations are easy and realistic
    ✅ Adjunctive products help: Dental chews and anti-inflammatory supplements can meaningfully reduce plaque and inflammation

    ❓ Questions This Episode Answers
    ✅ Is it ever appropriate to skip gingival closure after an extraction?
    ✅ What should I do when there's not enough tissue to close a surgical site?
    ✅ What's the most practical mouth gag setup in general practice?
    ✅ How effective is Nocita for post-operative pain control?
    ✅ Do infraorbital nerve blocks anesthetize all maxillary teeth?
    ✅ What suture needles should I be using in dogs vs. cats?
    ✅ How should I approach dental home care with low-compliance clients?

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    If you found this episode helpful, make sure to:
    ✅ Enroll in our FREE CE course: https://ivdi.org/free
    ✅Subscribe for weekly clinical insights
    ✅ Share this episode with your colleagues
    ✅ Drop your questions—we may feature them in a future Q&A episode

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  • Episode 218 - The #1 Dental Mistake Vets Still Make

    Episode 218 - The #1 Dental Mistake Vets Still Make
    Apr 1 2026
    Want to sharpen your dental skills and earn RACE-approved CE—completely free? 👉 Head over to https://ivdi.org/free to access high-impact training and join thousands of veterinary professionals improving their dentistry outcomes. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode, we tackle real-world clinical questions submitted by veterinary professionals during recent trainings. From flap design concerns to periodontal regeneration strategies, this Q&A session delivers practical, experience-driven guidance you can immediately apply in general practice. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ This episode focuses on common—but often nuanced—clinical challenges in veterinary dentistry. Dr. Beckman addresses concerns around surgical technique, instrument handling, and treatment decision-making with clear, actionable explanations. Key topics include safe flap creation near critical anatomy, effective gingival closure techniques, suture selection across species, and the clinical importance of removing retained tooth roots. The discussion also dives into instrument sharpening protocols and modern periodontal therapies, including the shift away from traditional antibiotic products toward regenerative solutions like hyaluronic acid-based gels. If you're looking to refine your surgical confidence and elevate patient outcomes, this episode delivers essential insights grounded in daily clinical practice. What You'll Learn in This Episode ✅ How to safely create vertical releasing flaps near the infraorbital canal ✅ Practical technique for closing gingiva near the canine tooth ✅ Suture material selection for dogs vs. cats in oral surgery ✅ Why retained deciduous roots must always be removed—and how to do it efficiently ✅ Step-by-step approach to accessing and extracting fractured roots ✅ How often to sharpen dental instruments—and who should be responsible ✅ Clinical decision-making for teeth affected by resorption ✅ Techniques to stabilize bone graft material within extraction sites ✅ How hyaluronic acid-based products enhance healing and reduce pain ✅ Why traditional periodontal antibiotics are becoming obsolete Key Veterinary Dentistry Takeaways ✅ Vertical flap creation is safer than many assume when proper tissue tension and anatomical awareness are applied ✅ Retained roots are not benign—they can lead to infection, fistulas, and chronic discomfort ✅ Efficient flap design and bone removal improve visualization and extraction success ✅ Instrument sharpness directly impacts surgical efficiency and outcomes—make it routine ✅ Bone graft success depends on proper layering, clot management, and stabilization ✅ Hyaluronic acid gels support regeneration, reduce epithelial down-growth, and improve healing predictability ✅ Periodontal therapy is shifting toward biologics and regeneration—not antibiotics Questions This Episode Answers ❓ How close is too close to the infraorbital nerve during flap creation? ❓ What's the best way to suture gingiva near tight anatomical spaces? ❓ Which suture size should I use for different patient sizes? ❓ Do I really need to chase every retained root fragment? ❓ What's the easiest way to remove fractured deciduous roots? ❓ Should I sharpen instruments daily, weekly, or after every procedure? ❓ When is extraction necessary for resorptive lesions? ❓ Why does bone graft material displace—and how do I prevent it? ❓ Are products like doxycycline gels still relevant in periodontal therapy? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 🔚 Ready to Level Up Your Dentistry Skills? If this episode helped clarify your approach to extractions, suturing, or periodontal care, don't stop here. 👉 Get your FREE RACE-approved CE course at https://ivdi.org/free 📩 Subscribe to stay updated with new clinical insights 💬 Drop your questions in the comments—we may feature them in a future episode! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ veterinary dentistry techniques, dog dental extraction tips, cat dental surgery sutures, infraorbital nerve veterinary dentistry, retained deciduous teeth extraction, veterinary dental flap design, periodontal regeneration dogs, hyaluronic acid dental veterinary, veterinary dental instruments sharpening, veterinary dentistry CE course, tooth resorption treatment dogs cats, veterinary oral surgery tips, bone graft veterinary dentistry
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